Dental Ceramist

Position Title: Dental Technician – Ceramist

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Shift: Day Shift

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: $65,000 – $80,000 annually (based on experience)

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Dental Technician – Ceramist to join our dental laboratory team in Durham, NC. The role involves improving and replacing teeth by crafting high-quality dental prosthetics, including bridges, crowns, and dentures. Working from dentist prescriptions, you will create restorations that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled ceramist who excels in crafting dental restorations with precision and artistry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and adjust crown and bridge dental prostheses to ensure proper fit, including margins, contours, and contact points.
  • Build and contour a variety of ceramic restorations, including large bridges, implant cases, all-ceramic crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers.
  • Perform precise hand stacking of porcelain to achieve the desired esthetics and contour.
  • Apply tooth shades to match specifications and blend seamlessly with existing teeth.
  • Oversee the entire ceramic firing process and apply the final glaze layer for restorations.
  • Stain and glaze a wide range of dental restorations.
  • Experience with Miyo is a plus but not required.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Direct deposit
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off for full-time employees
  • Long-term disability coverage

Qualifications:

  • Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally at all levels.
  • Thorough knowledge of porcelain pressing technology, crown morphology, and crown and bridge case design.
  • Advanced expertise in creating ceramic prosthetic restorations, including experience with Zirconia and Lithium Disilicate, as well as implant restorations.
  • Proficient in the final contouring and glazing of all ceramic systems, with occasional layering as needed.

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